Visit Vancouver Waterfront
Popular places to visit
Moda Center
See sporting teams do battle and rock out to musical legends at one of Portland’s major venues for sports and big-ticket entertainment events.
Oregon Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Oregon Convention Center during your trip to Portland. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Oregon Zoo
View native creatures and endangered species during every month of the year at one of the oldest zoos in the United States.
Portland State University
Walk around the campus at Portland State University during your stay in Portland. Discover the acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area, or seek out the biking trails.
Oregon Health and Science University
Walk around the campus at Oregon Health and Science University during your visit to Portland. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its biking trails.
McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
Learn about the local history of Portland with a stop at McMenamins Crystal Ballroom. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour
Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Full-Day Northern Oregon Coast Tour
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Top hotels in Vancouver Waterfront
Hotel Indigo Vancouver Dwtn – Portland Area by IHG
Did not have breakfast
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
The Paramount Hotel
Staff was very welcoming and the room was beautiful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and will be back I'm sure!
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Holiday Inn Airport - Portland by IHG
Great night
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
Our corner king room had a stunning city view—truly beautiful. Check-in was smooth and welcoming; the front desk team was kind, knowledgeable, and helpful. We also loved the convenience of entering from the parking garage directly into the hotel lobby. The bar and lobby area were inviting and lively, ...
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Mark Spencer Hotel
Great
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Radisson Hotel Portland Airport
good check in. Thorough and efficient.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vancouver Waterfront
Downtown Vancouver
Travelers come to Downtown Vancouver for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like The Academy and Columbia River while you're in town.
North Portland
North Portland is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Moda Center and University Park Community Center. See more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Delta Park-Vanport Station or Expo Center Station.
Kenton
While you're in Kenton, take in top sights like Portland International Raceway or Heron Lakes Golf Club, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Kenton-North Denver Avenue Station or Delta Park-Vanport Station.
Overlook
While you're in Overlook, take in top sights like Swan Island or Willamette River, and hop on the metro to see more the city at North Killingsworth Station or North Prescott Station.
Northwest Portland
If you're spending time in Northwest Portland, check out sights like Leif Erickson Trail or Pittock Mansion and hop on the metro to see more the city at NW 23rd & Marshall Stop or NW Northrup & 22nd Stop.
Northeast Portland
If you're spending time in Northeast Portland, check out sights like Moda Center or The Grotto and hop on the metro to see more the city at Parkrose-Sumner Transit Center or NE 82nd Avenue Station.
